Project Director

We are seeking a Project Director for our expanding business, based either in Dublin or the UK.
Reporting to the Regional Director/BU MD, the Project Director has overall responsibility for managing and onsite construction of major/complex contracts typically valued over £60m.
The role involves involvement from tender stage as the project lead, liaising with the Estimating team to secure the project.
With approval from the Regional Director/MD, the Project Director will prepare the PEP and build the project team for contract commencement.
The role includes managing business interests, risks, and delivery strategies to ensure commercial success.
Pre-Construction
Lead the Tender Team, including Estimator, CM, QS, and external consultants
Manage tender production to ensure competitiveness and compliance
Prepare programme, method statements, prelims, and submission documents
Chair start-up and internal meetings, develop procurement strategies, and prequalify key supply chain partners
Prepare preliminary Risk Register and manage project risks
Coordinate with SQS to prepare procurement schedules
Ensure health, safety, and environmental plans are in place and registered
Agree on site layout and logistics, and notify authorities of site start date
Develop employee resource plan with Regional Director
Set design strategy, including BIM, DRM, and scope of services
Construction
Arrange start-up meetings and manage PEP preparation
Coordinate contract document completion and project initiation
Ensure quality, environmental standards, and progress are maintained
Manage subcontractors and suppliers, including vetting and meetings
Oversee resource management, including staffing and coverage
Lead internal and subcontractor meetings
Manage prelims, applications for extensions, and constructability reviews
Monitor progress, costs, risks, and administrative procedures
Drive safety, quality, and client communication, including legal and technical issues
Oversee financials, including interim accounts, final accounts, and profitability reports
Coordinate production of CVR reports and strategic planning
Identify and plan for potential issues affecting costs or schedule
Ensure procurement of certificates and post-contract services
Manage post-completion defect rectification and client relations
Manage project team development and ensure cohesive operation aligned with company values
Post Construction
Ensure customer-centric aftercare
Support final account preparations and gather client references
Maintain contractual relationships and address defects
Typically requires 15+ years in construction with similar organizations
Deep understanding of market, finance, construction techniques, and safety regulations
Proficiency in planning, commercial management, and key account management
Qualifications: industry-related management qualification, membership of professional institutions (e.g., MCIOB, CEng MICE)
Desirable Qualifications/Training
NEBOSH Certification
Additional benefits include healthcare, holiday entitlement, pension, life assurance, mileage, travel expenses, flexible working, parental leave, and professional development opportunities.
Our people are at the heart of our success.
We offer purposeful work, work-life balance, career growth, and a great team environment.
Our internal recruitment team manages all vacancies.
Unsolicited agency contacts are not accepted, and no fees are paid for introductions.
The full job specification is available upon request.
We are committed to diversity and encourage candidates from underrepresented backgrounds to apply, emphasizing transferable skills and potential.
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